Coordinator Of Career Solutions

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence is seeking a program leader to oversee the Career Solutions Program, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and updating the program documentation.

You will supervise Employment Coaches, Employment Specialists, and Community Based Vocational Counselors, coordinate staff training, and communicate with the Administrator about concerns and program updates. This role requires a BA/BS in Human Services, QIDP status, and NYS driver’s license; travel within the

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Human Services or a related field.
• Three years of professional/supervisory experience in human services.
• QIDP status required.
• At least one year direct care experience with developmentally disabled.
• Valid NYS driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Career Solutions Program, ensuring regulatory updates and compliance.
• Supervise Employment Aides, Employment Specialists, and Community Based Vocational Counselors.
• Provide staff training oversight and report to the Administrator.
• Attend trainings related to Supported Employment and program management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Direct care experience

QIDP status

NYS driver’s license

Education

BA/BS in Human Services or related field

Job description

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm; flexible to the needs of the program

Qualifications

BA/BS in Human Services or related field, and (3) years of professional/supervisory experience in human services field. QIDP status required. At least one year direct care experience with developmentally disabled required. Valid/acceptable NYS driver’s license.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Authorized to work in the United States

Summary / Objective

Responsible for the complete oversight of the Career Solutions Program to include any regulatory changes and/or updates. Responsible for each assigned person’s we support vocational plan of service and required program documentation. Responsible for the supervision of the Employment Aides, Employment Specialists, and Community Based Vocational Counselors. Responsible for the oversight and implementation of staff training. Responsible for keeping the Administrator of Community Based Employment & Community Prevocational Services informed of any concerns and/or updates.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Complete oversight of Career Solutions program; including hiring and training of staff.

• Manage a team of staff members, delegate tasks, and communicate effectively in order to ensure consistency and efficient follow through of the goals of the program.
• Foster an environment that promotes communication and teamwork.
• Oversees caseloads on all contracts.
• Review timecards, trackers and timesheet program to make sure they are consistent.
• Provide oversight of staff for contract compliance to ensure quality services, timely/accurate data collection and billing.
• Provide and collect statistical data of people we support regarding program and services.
• Report to and take direction from Administrator of Community Based Employment.
• Attend Trainings and Seminars related to Supported Employment and program management.
• Follows all agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Communication with Management
• Personal Effectiveness
• Credibility

Supervisory Responsibility

Employment Coaches, Employment Specialists, and Community Based Vocational Counselors.

Travel

As needed within St. Lawrence County and Jefferson County.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reading Confirmation

I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.

AAP/EEO Statement

The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants’ equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.